In addition to understanding how a Jet Ski propulsion systems works, you need to have a mechanical understanding of other components of your Jet Ski. Repairs and modifications are not incredibly challenging to make, but if you lack the right knowledge, they can seem impossible. You need to be aware of a Jet Ski’s wear ring, its function, and how to tell when yours is getting old. The wear ring, as its name indicates, is a ring that will wear out over time that is fastened around the impeller. Unfortunately, as with all other mechanical parts, the wear ring breaks down over time and you will likely need to replace one if you own a Jet Ski for any substantial amount of time. Every minute of fun spent accelerating your Jet Ski will decrease the useful life of the wear ring. You must understand that the wear ring, combined with the impeller, is crucial to the process of water jet propulsion.

Jet Skis are a blast to ride, but many people don’t understand why newly manufactured Jet Skis have a top speed limited to 65mph. Common rules and regulations have been created to ensure people’s safety, but in particular, the coast guard has come to an agreement with manufacturers that affects the top speed of stock Jet Skis. Personal watercraft and Jet Skis are very safe if you have any amount of common sense, but the top speeds have been limited as an extremely cautious preventative measure to further protect watercraft enthusiasts.

How a Jet Ski Works

For those of us that are not experienced with operating and maintaining watercraft, it may feel like a mystery as to how a Jet Ski actually works. If you aren’t mechanically inclined, you will want to have a basic understanding of the inner workings of a Jet Ski before you own one. It is essential that you have a basic understanding of the inner mechanical workings of your watercraft for proper maintenance and safety. Additionally, having a bit of background knowledge can help you make the right decisions should you need to hire someone to repair your Jet Ski. One of the most fundamental and important parts of a Jet Ski is its propulsion system, and you need to know how it works before you own one.

The Best Way to Protect the Life of Your Jet Ski

It may seem like a simple matter to choose the oil you use for your Jet Ski. After all, all you need to know is the viscosity and whether to use synthetic or conventional oil, right? Actually, that isn’t quite exactly the case. If you want to get the best performance and protect the useful life of your Jet Ski, you are better off using recommended oil. Though Jet Skis are more affordable than other types of watercraft, you would be making a huge mistake to not do everything in your power to protect your Jet Ski’s lifespan and resale value.

A Minnesota woman had a close call when the Jet Ski she was riding on the St. Croix River exploded, breaking her back. Nicole Montez, 20, said she could see the Jet Ski below her when she was airborne. Her friends were close to shore and helped her. Montez broke two vertebrae and must remain on bed rest for a month. While it’s still not clear why the Jet Ski exploded, Montez believes a leak in the gas line ignited the engine.

Paul Martin of Arnold, Missouri got a wicked deal when he bought his used SeaDoo. But when he took it out for the first time on the lake, the fuel sensor didn’t appear to be working. The previous owner claimed the fuel sensor worked when he had it and so Paul was faced with getting the fuel sensor replaced, repaired or fixing it himself. Fortunately, Paul likes to take things apart but before he did he came to Jet Ski Plus for some advice. Here’s what we shared with Paul about testing his SeaDoo’s fuel sending unit.

Spending as much time on the water as possible is the goal of nearly every Jet Ski owner but eventually, even the most passionate enthusiasts have to stop. The problem is there’s a big difference between where you want to stop and where you have to stop. And the reality is where you have to stop isn’t always equipped with convenient docks or launch ramps. In some cases, you may want to stop and hang out for a while at a scenic beach or have lunch on a riverbank.

We get a lot of questions here at Jet Ski Plus about SeaDoo’s DESS Key Security System. Many of our customers want to know what DESS stands for, while others want to know how they can get a new DESS key programmed or why SeaDoo even made DESS keys at all. Here’s what SeaDoo jet ski owners ought to know about its DESS Key Security System.

Times are tough. Whether it’s the 10% spike in your home’s electric costs, higher prices at the gas pump or an increasing grocery bill, stretching a dollar these days is even more difficult than it was a year ago. Which is why buying a used jet ski could be an ideal solution for water sports enthusiasts who aren’t able to afford to buy a new one. But as the old adage goes, “let the buyer beware.” Getting a quality used Jet Ski at a fair price means doing your homework. Here are some Do’s and Don’ts to keep in mind if you’re considering buying a used Jet Ski.

Riding your jetski at high speeds on the water is exciting. But imagine the excitement experienced by Brynjar Thor Gunnarsson of Iceland and his friend when they spotted several humpback whales on their way back home. Naturally, they decided to go and take a closer look and Gunarsson captured the event with a camera on the helmet he was wearing. Problem is, he seriously injured an endangered species.